Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme

The Scheme “Prime Minister’s Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)” was introduced from the Academic year 2006-07 by the Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. The scheme is being implemented to encourage technical and post-graduate education for the widows and wards of the deceased/ex-service personnel of Armed Forces. The scheme is funded out of National Defence Fund administered by Prime Minister’s Office. Scholarships are available for education at various technical institutions (medical, dental, veterinary, engineering, MBA, MCA and other equivalent technical institutions having AICTE/UGC approval). The Scheme is managed by the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB).

Amount of Scholarship (Paid annually):

• ₹2,500/- per month (For Boys)
• ₹3000/- per month (For Girls)

Notes:

1. A total number of 5500 wards/ widows of Ex-servicemen are selected for scholarship in each academic year.
2. Scholarships are equally divided amongst boys and girls i.e. 2750 each.
3. Scholarships are paid for a period of two to five years as per the duration of the courses approved by the concerned government regulatory bodies.
4. Scholarship amount is paid annually to the selected students.
5. The payment is made through ECS into the bank account of the selected students.

1. Students who have taken admission in 1st year i.e. current financial year (except Lateral Entry) are only eligible to apply for PMSS.
2. Students should have scored 60% and above in Minimum Educational Qualification (MEQ) i.e. 10+2/ Diploma/ Graduation.
3. Students who are Dependent Wards/ Widows of Ex-servicemen & Ex-Coast Guard personnel are eligible to apply under the scheme.
4. Master Degree Courses are not eligible for PMSS except MBA / MCA Courses.
5. Scholarship can be availed by student for One Course only.

Priority for Grant of Scholarship:

• Category 1 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel killed in action. - Category 2 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel disabled in action and boarded out of service with disability attributable to Military/ Coast Guard service. - Category 3 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel who died while in service for causes attributable to Military / Coast Guard Service. - Category 4 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel disabled in service with disability attributable to Military/ Coast Guard Service. - Category 5 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel in receipt of gallantry awards. - Category 6 - Wards / Widows of ESM/ Ex-Coast Guard personnel (PBOR Only).
  Eligible Courses:
  The Eligibility Criteria for PMSS Courses are as follows:

• First Professional Degree Courses including integrated degree courses as per PMSS approved list of courses like BE, B.Tech, BDS, MBBS, B.Ed, BBA, BCA, B Pharma, BA.LLB, etc. duly recognized by the respective Government Regulatory Bodies, such as the All India Council for Technical Education, National Medical Commission, UGC etc.

Scholarship for Integrated Courses:
Selection of candidates seeking PMSS for pursuing dual degree integrated courses will be governed by under mentioned parameters:

• Minimum Educational Qualification (MEQ) will be 10+2.
• For Integrated courses scholarship will be paid for the full duration of the course except internship period as per PMSS approved list of courses.

Minimum Eligible Marks in MEQ:

• Minimum Educational Qualification (MEQ) for entry to various professional courses differs e.g. for MBBS it is 10+2 whereas for BE/B Tech it is 10+2 / Diploma, for B.Ed and MBA it is graduation qualification.
• A candidate must have minimum 60% marks in MEQ to apply for PM Scholarship Scheme. All subjects will be taken for calculation of 60% marks including optional subjects also and not out of best subjects.
• Wherein both marks and CGPA are mentioned in the mark sheet, then the marks is being taken for calculation of percentage.
• Wherein only CGPA/grade points are mentioned in the mark sheet, in such cases the student is required to upload the university issued percentage conversion formula along with mark sheet.

1. Wards of Civilians including Para Military Personnel are NOT ELIGIBLE.
2. Students studying in 2nd or subsequent years are not eligible.
3. Students studying abroad are not eligible for this scheme.
4. No distance learning/vocational course is permitted under PMSS.

Online

• Application to be filled ONLINE by visiting KSB website www.online.ksb.gov.in.
  Procedure to apply ONLINE:
  Step 1: Visit the KSB Website and click on List of documents to be uploaded under the PMSS link and Download Annexures 1, 2 and 3.
  Step 2: Complete these three Annexures in all respects (Please do not use your own format or any other format)
  Visit the KSB website and click on the link "Apply Online" under the PMSS link. A new window will appear.
  Step 3: Upload your Passport size photo and click on the "Upload" icon.
  Step 4: If you have not registered earlier please fill all the boxes which appear in the window in Part-1 and Part-2 with details of ESM and click submit.
  Step 5: After registration, a login ID, password, and a link will be automatically generated by the system and sent to the Email mentioned in Registration Part-I.
  Step 6: After successfully registering User will get an activation link to his/her email, kindly click on the activation link.
  Step 7: A window will appear and by putting your User Name (Login ID) and Pass Word, it will take you to your dashboard visit KSB Website and click on the login button, and log in with login credentials.
  Step 8: After login click on “New Application” and choose Prime Minister Scholarship Scheme.
  Step 9: Please fill all the boxes which appear in the window in Part-1, Part-2 & Part-3 and Scan all required documents in original and upload legible documents at the right place of the application.
  Step 10: Save and Forward (If the application is not saved & forwarded, the onus lies with the student/ESM). Please check with your ZSB about your application available on their Portal (if required).
  (Online Submission Flow Chart)
  [Note: Hard copy / paper application will not be entertained. One candidate can apply for one course only.]
  Selection of Student:
  On scrutinizing of applications, a merit list is generated as per undermentioned parameters :-
  (a) Merit list is prepared as per priority for grant of scholarship (Category 1 to 6) and subject to percentage of marks obtained in Minimum Educational Qualification (MEQ).
  (b) Separate list is prepared for male and female students.

If you have doubt or need any clarification, kindly contact your Zila Sainik Board for detailed Information Brochure available with them.

Acknowledgement of Scholarship Amount from Students:

• On receipt of scholarship amount from KSB, student is required to update Column 14 of Renewal Application by logging into his/her KSB account using Login ID & Password by entering ‘DATE OF PAYMENT AND AMOUNT RECEIVED’ (two separate columns).
• This is mandatory audit requirement to get benefit of PMSS, otherwise scholarship will be cancelled and the money already paid will be recovered. SAVE BUTTON is provided at bottom of Column 14. This action has to be completed immediately on receipt of scholarship amount for each instalment.

Other Important Aspects for ESM/Student Relating to PMSS

• Students to response in time according to SMS/e-mail received from Kendriya Sainik Board.
• E-mail and Mobile Number mentioned in the application must be of student. Alternate Mobile Number can be of ESM. E-mail and mobile number once registered should not be changed since all messages being sent to the registered e-mail/mobile number.
• During checking of new application if observation raised from ZSB/RSB and KSB is not rectified within the stipulated time frame of 10 days, then the application will be automatically rejected by the system. So ensure that the observation is rectified in time to avoid system rejection of application.
• During the period from January to May, processing, selection and preparation of merit list of new application (1st year students) is being done by KSB. Processing and payment of renewal application is done as and when received by KSB throughout the year. Student/ESM to keep in mind the periodicity of checking of application (new and renewal) before raising any query relating to checking/payment status of applications.
• Student/ESM should login to KSB account to check the status of application. It is to be noted while application status is showing pending to the student dashboard, but on ground the application is in the process at different levels / functionaries at KSB.
• In the cases application status showing 'New' to the student dashboard, it indicates that the application is yet to be submitted by the ESM/ Student and the application is still with the ESM/ Student’s dashboard. In such cases, ESM/ Student is required to open the application and click on 'Save and Forward' button to submit the application for onward processing.
• Student studying abroad as well as distance learning/ vocational course is not eligible for PMSS.
• The amount of scholarship including any other scholarship or financial assistance from any other source will not exceed the total amount of scholarship available under this scheme.

Renewal Instructions for Students/ESM:

• The scholarship amount of First Installment will be paid immediately after the selection in merit list. For subsequent payment, the students should submit Online Renewal Application on completion of their each academic year, till completion of the course.
• 50% marks are mandatory in each semester / academic year. Passing of all subjects in each semester / year in FIRST ATTEMPT is mandatory requirement for continuation of scholarship.
• If a student failed / get RA in any subject, his / her scholarship will be closed forever. He will not be entitled for subsequent instalment of PMSS. The student can apply for renewal of scholarship within ONE YEAR from declaration of result.
• Processing of renewal application is done as and when received throughout the year. However, during the period from January to May, processing, selection and preparation of merit list of new application (1st year students) is being done by KSB. It is to be noted while applications status is showing pending to you, but on ground your application is in process at different levels / functionaries i.e. at User level, Supervisory level and finally by JD (PMSS) of KSB.
• On approved by JD (PMSS), the list of students is sent to Account Officer of KSB to process the payment through concerned bank. In the cases where application status is showing ‘New’ to the student’s dashboard, it indicates that the application is NOT yet submitted by the ESM/Student and the application is still with the ESM/student’s dashboard. In such cases, ESM/Student is required to open the application and click on save and forward button to submit the application for onward processing.
• Student/ESM to keep in mind the periodicity of checking of application (new and renewal) before raising any query relating to checking/payment status of applications. Therefore, have PATIENCE and check your e-mail / KSB account for regular updates.
• Student need to ensure that Mobile No and E-mail ID given for PMSS are remain functional till completion of the course because all alert and SMS about status of your application are sent on given Mobile No and E-Mail. However, in case of any change, KSB must be informed accordingly for updating your record.
• The students who have already been selected for PMSS and presently studying in 2nd or subsequent year need not to apply for New Application. Such students are required to apply for Renewal Application only.

Instructions for PMSS

Check List for Student

Do’s and Don’ts